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PSM Dynamic previews widebody BMW M2

Aerodynamic specialist PSM Dynamic is giving us a glimpse of their upcoming project – a deliciously aggressive-looking widebody BMW M2 – with the release of two renderings. The widebody kit for the BMW M2 features even wider front and rear wheel fenders than the standard car, bridged by a pair …

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BMW plotting pick-up ute to rival Mercedes?

BMW is rumoured to be considering the possibility of building a ute (or pick-up, as it is known elsewhere in the world) to rival long-time rival Mercedes-Benz’s upcoming GLT pick-up. Speaking to Autocar in the UK, BMW Australia Managing Director, Marc Werner said: “We are looking at this closely… a …

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BMW 1 Series range gains updated engines and new features

BMW has refreshed the Australian-designed 1 Series with new equipment and updated engines across the model range. Designed by Sydney-born Calvin Luk, the revised BMW 1 Series range arrives Q4 2016 and commences with the efficient 118i, priced from $36,900 plus ORC, and the turbocharged diesel-powered 118d, available from $40,300 …

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G-Power tuned BMW M4 GTS whips up 458kW

With 368kW (493hp) boiling at 6250rpm and 600Nm on tap from 4000 to 5500rpm, the limited edition, $300k BMW M4 GTS track day special is already packing a heap of punch from the factory. But that didn’t stop German tuner G-Power from turning the whip up on the M4 GTS …

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BMW rumoured to be working on electric i5 SUV

With the BMW i8 turning out to be the poster boy of electric propulsion for BMW, the Bavarian company is said to be working on a third model to join the i-family (the other i model being the less sexy i3). Set to be called the i5, the new model …

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Track-focused BMW M2 GTS Coupe reportedly on the way

BMW is purportedly working on an even lighter and faster version of the M2 Coupe. According to German publication, Auto Motor und Sport, the Bavarian company’s bosses have approved the more powerful, stripped back, track focus M2 Coupe, which could take on the GTS moniker. The CSL name has also …

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BMW ALPINA brand launches into Australian market

BMW Group Australia has confirmed the introduction of the ALPINA brand into the Australian market. Melbourne-based The In Motion Group, trading as ALPINA Automobiles, has been appointed the national importer and distributor for BMW ALPINA cars. ALPINA cars will initially be sold via the Group’s Doncaster and Bundoora dealerships, with …

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2017 Toyota Supra getting Toyota/BMW hybrid engine

More news have emerged about the impending arrival of Toyota’s born again Supra sports car. Heavily inspired by the Toyota FT-1 supercar concept shown here, the new Supra will share its chassis and hybrid powertrains with the next-generation BMW Z4. The two companies first announced their joint venture back in …

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BMW 330i and 430i Gran Coupe 100 Year Editions introduced

BMW Australia continues to celebrate its centenary with the introduction of 100 Year Edition variants of the BMW 330i Sedan and 430i Gran Coupe. These Australian-market special editions offer further enhanced specification, including an expansive array of BMW Individual selections, and come with a commemorative ‘100 Year Edition’ certificate to ensure authenticity. BMW …

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Unsatisfied with your BMW M2? Let Dahler beef it up

Really, how can anyone be dissatisfied with a BMW M2? In its stock form it’s already a competitive package. The 3.0-litre turbocharged straight-six engine pumps out an impressive 272kW and 465Nm of torque, which it channels to the rear wheels via either a 6 speed manual or 7 speed dual …

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Video: BMW 1 Series M Coupe crashes at Nürburgring

The Nürburgring is one of the most revered racetracks in the world. Car companies hone their cars on the track, while drivers hone their skills there. However, the track is also one of the most challenging and many have found out the hard way, such as this BMW 1 Series M …

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BMW M2 Gran Coupe in the works. Coming in 2019

  BMW is reportedly working on a rear-drive 2 Series Gran Coupe, in addition to the upcoming Chinese-market front-wheel drive 2 Series Sedan. According to BMW chairman, Harald Krüger, the company’s decision to offer the 2 Series Sedan only in China, along with the fact that the next-generation BMW 3 …

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